Spinach is a very nutritious vegetable that may benefit the skin, hair and bone health. This is a leafy green ingredient that is low in calories and high in nutrients, making it an excellent choice for healthy snacks. Here are three easy and delicious spinach snack recipes:
Spinach and Feta Pinwheels
1 defrosted piece of puff pastry
1/2 cup of crumbled feta cheese 1 cup of chopped fresh spinach leaves
Sun-dried tomatoes, chopped, 1/4 cup
One egg, whisked
Adjust seasonings to your liking.
Instructions:
Prepare a 375°F oven.
On a floured board, roll the puff pastry into a rectangle.
Spinach, feta cheese, and sun-dried tomatoes should be combined in a small bowl and stirred. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Cover the puff pastry sheet with the spinach filling, leaving a 1-inch border all the way around.
Starting with the shorter end, tightly roll up the puff pastry. Cover the top of the roll with the egg wash and brush it.
Place the roll slices, about an inch in thickness, on a baking sheet.
For 20-25 minutes in a preheated oven, until the top is golden.
Combine the spinach, artichoke hearts, Greek yogurt, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl and stir to combine.
Put the ingredients in a dish suitable for baking.
Put into an oven that has been prepared to 350 degrees and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbling.
Serve with raw vegetables, pita chips, or whole-grain crackers.
Egg and Spinach Muffins
Ingredients:
6 eggs
Milk, 1/4 cup
1 cup of finely chopped fresh spinach leaves
Chopped Onions, About a Cupful
One-fourth cup of chopped red pepper
Adjust seasonings to your liking.
Spray for the oven
Instructions:
Prepare a 375°F oven.
Beat the eggs with the milk, salt, and pepper in a bowl large enough to hold all the ingredients.
Cook until spinach is wilted and the onions and peppers are soft.
To make muffins, spray a muffin tray and divide the egg mixture among the cups.
The egg muffins should be baked in a preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they are firm and golden.
Use as a protein-rich breakfast or snack and serve warm or at room temperature.
In sum, spinach is an adaptable vegetable that can be utilized in many different ways to make nutritious and appetizing munchies. Snack-wise, you can't go wrong with the above-mentioned spinach and feta pinwheels, spinach and artichoke dip, or spinach and egg muffins, all of which are simple to prepare and offer a healthy alternative to your usual fare.